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1 Rupee - Shah Alam II
1229 (1814) year| Silver | 11.41 g | 26.4 mm |
| Issuer | Bengal Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1229 (1814) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1765-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.41 g |
| Diameter | 26.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Legend in Persian: Zarb Muhammadabad Banaras sanat 17/49 julus maimanat manus
Lettering:
١٧
۴٩
Translation: Struck at Muhammadabad Banaras in the 17/49 year of his reign of tranquil prosperity
Edge
Oblique milled, Grained Right ////
Comment
- Broad flan.- Diameter varies 26.1 - 26.4mm
- Previous KM #774.1, Pridmore# 289
Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Bengal Presidency (British India) made of Silver weighing 11.41g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of Shah Alam II in 1229 (1814), which was a time of significant political and economic change in India, with the British East India Company's influence growing and the Mughal Empire in decline.
